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GMPublication.com — Privacy Policy
Effective date: September 21, 2025
Last updated: September 21, 2025
Welcome to GMPublication.com (“we”, “us”, “our”, “GM Publication”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit or use our website, services, products, mobile apps, and other interactions (collectively, the “Services”), and describes your rights and choices with respect to your personal information. This Policy is written to cover users from all world regions; where specific legal regimes (for example the EU GDPR, UK GDPR, California CCPA/CPRA, Brazil LGPD, etc.) require particular disclosures or rights, we explain those rights below.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Services you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.
1. Scope and controller information
This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect when you:
Visit or interact with gmpublication.com or its subdomains;
Create an account, subscribe to paid plans, register for a trial, or purchase digital products;
Contact customer service or otherwise communicate with us;
Use our newsletters, blogs, or other content services.
Data controller: GM Publication (operator of gmpublication.com).
Contact / Privacy email: privacy@gmpublication.com
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2. Information we collect
We collect information you provide directly and information collected automatically when you use our Services. We may collect:
2.1 Information you provide
Account and profile data: name, display name, email address, password, phone number (if provided), profile picture.
Billing & payment data: billing address, payment method information (credit/debit card number, expiration date) — note: payment card data may be processed by third-party payment processors and not stored by us (see Section 8).
Subscription data: subscription plan, trial acceptance, renewal preferences.
Content you submit: messages, reviews, comments, uploaded files, notes or annotations, correspondence with support.
Communications preferences: newsletter subscriptions, marketing opt-ins.
Identification documents if required for verification (only when necessary and with explicit consent).
2.2 Information collected automatically
Usage data: pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, downloads, search queries, viewed content, items purchased or previewed.
Device & technical data: IP address, device type/model, operating system and version, browser and version, unique device identifiers, mobile carrier, screen resolution, time zone.
Analytics and cookies: cookies, web beacons, local storage, and similar technologies to collect usage and browsing information (see Section 6).
2.3 Information from third parties
Social logins: If you sign in with a social account (e.g., Google, Facebook), we may receive your public profile information from that provider.
Service providers: data from payment processors, email delivery services, analytics providers, and other vendors.
Public sources: information available in public records or third-party data sources.
3. How we use information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
Provide, operate & improve Services: to deliver the digital library, allow access to books and materials, handle subscriptions and trials, process orders, and personalize content.
Billing & subscription management: to process payments, manage recurring billing and trials, confirm purchases, and prevent fraud.
Customer support: to respond to your inquiries, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide support.
Communications & marketing: to send transactional communications (order confirmations, receipts), updates about new books and features, newsletters, and promotional offers (where permitted).
Analytics & research: to analyze use of Services, measure performance, and improve features.
Legal & safety: to comply with laws, detect and prevent fraud or abuse, protect rights and property, and enforce our Terms of Service.
Personalization: to recommend books and content tailored to your interests.
Security: to secure accounts and Services and to investigate security incidents.
We only process personal data for the purposes described to the extent permitted by applicable law. Where required by law, we will ask for your consent to use personal data for specified purposes.
4. Legal bases for processing (where applicable)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or UK, our legal bases for processing your personal data include:
Performance of a contract — to provide Services you requested (e.g., subscription management, access to books).
Legal compliance — to comply with legal obligations.
Legitimate interests — for business administration, fraud prevention, improving Services, security, direct marketing (subject to your rights).
Consent — where required (for example, certain marketing communications, cookies beyond strictly necessary).
5. Sharing and disclosure of information
We may share personal information with:
Service providers & processors who perform services on our behalf (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics providers, email delivery services, customer support platforms). These parties are contractually restricted to use the data only as needed to provide services to us.
Affiliates and subsidiaries for internal business purposes.
Legal & safety reasons: where required by law, legal process, court order, to respond to government requests, to prevent fraud or illegal activity, or to protect rights, safety, or property.
Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, financing, or during negotiations (you will be notified where required).
With your consent: when you explicitly agree to share with third parties.
We do not sell your personal information for monetary gain. If you are in a jurisdiction with a right to opt-out of “sale” (e.g., California), see Section 11 for your rights.
6. Cookies, tracking, and analytics
We and our partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide, customize, and protect our Services, analyze trends, and deliver targeted marketing. Types of cookies:
Strictly necessary cookies: required for core site functionality.
Performance & analytics cookies: collect information about site performance and usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
Functionality cookies: remember preferences and settings.
Advertising cookies: used to deliver relevant advertising and measure ad performance.
You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie consent tool (if provided) or through your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may affect site functionality.
7. Cross-border transfers and international users
GM Publication is a global service. Personal data may be stored and processed in servers located in your country or other countries where our service providers operate. If your data is transferred outside your country or region, we will ensure appropriate safeguards (for example, standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions, or other lawful transfer mechanisms) are in place to protect your data in accordance with this policy and applicable law.
8. Payment processing & financial data
We use third-party payment processors to handle payments and recurring billing. Payment card information may be collected and processed directly by those processors and not stored on our servers. Examples of such processors may include (but are not limited to) Stripe, PayPal, or other local payment gateways — please customize this list. Please review the payment processor’s privacy information and terms for their practices.
9. Data retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide Services, fulfill legitimate business purposes (including accounting, fraud prevention, and legal obligations), and as permitted by contract and applicable law. When retention is no longer necessary, we will securely delete or anonymize personal information.
Typical retention examples:
Account information: retained while the account is active and for a reasonable period after closure for legal or business purposes.
Transaction records: retained for tax, accounting, and fraud-prevention timeframes (often several years).
Analytics and aggregated data: retained in anonymized or aggregated form indefinitely.
10. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures may include encryption, access controls, secure infrastructure, and regular security reviews.
However, no system is completely secure. If you believe your account has been compromised, contact us immediately at privacy@gmpublication.com.
11. Your rights (global overview; region-specific notes)
We provide rights to the extent required by applicable law. Below is an overview — the exact rights and procedures vary by jurisdiction:
11.1 Common rights for many users
Access: You can request access to personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate personal information.
Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information (subject to exceptions).
Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a commonly used, machine-readable format.
Restriction: You may request restriction of processing in certain cases.
Objection: You may object to processing based on legitimate interest or for direct marketing.
Withdraw consent: If we process based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time.
11.2 EU / EEA / UK (GDPR)
Residents may exercise rights by contacting privacy@gmpublication.com. We will respond within applicable legal timeframes. If you remain unsatisfied, you can lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
11.3 California (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have rights, including:
Right to know what personal information is collected, used, disclosed, or sold.
Right to request deletion of personal information (with certain exceptions).
Right to opt out of sale or sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not “sell” personal data for money, but if we ever do, you will have the right to opt out. To exercise California rights, contact privacy@gmpublication.com.
Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights.
11.4 Other jurisdictions
If you are located elsewhere (e.g., Brazil, Canada, UK, Australia), similar regional rights may apply. Contact us at privacy@gmpublication.com for assistance.
How to submit a request: Provide sufficient information to locate your data (email used on the account). We may verify your identity before acting on requests.
12. Children’s privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact privacy@gmpublication.com and we will take steps to delete such information.
13. Marketing communications and opt-out
If you receive marketing communications from us, you may opt out by:
Using the “unsubscribe” link in marketing emails, or
Adjusting preferences in your account, or
Contact us at privacy@gmpublication.com.
Transactional or account-related messages (e.g., billing, critical account notices) cannot be opted out of.
14. Third-party links & embedded content
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services (publishers, authors, social media, payment processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.
15. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, legal requirements, or Services. We will post the updated Policy with a new “Last updated” date. If changes are material, we will provide more prominent notice (for example, email notice or banner on the site).
16. International users & transfers
By using our Services, you consent to the transfer, storage and processing of information in countries outside your own, which may have different data protection laws than your country. Where required by law, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses) to protect your data.
17. How to contact us
If you have questions, concerns, or want to exercise your rights, please contact:
Privacy contact: privacy@gmpublication.com
If you are unhappy with our response, you may have the right to complain with a supervisory authority in your jurisdiction.
18. Additional provisions & recommended customizations (for site owner)
This template is comprehensive but generalized. For legal completeness, you should:
Insert actual contact details (email, physical address, DPO contact if applicable).
List actual third-party service providers (payment gateways, analytics, email providers) and link to their privacy pages.
Specify cookie settings and implement a cookie consent mechanism with a cookie table listing each cookie name, purpose, and duration.
If you use targeted advertising or sell data, include a clear “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” mechanism and explain how to opt out (required by CCPA/CPRA).
Include localized privacy addenda if you operate in regulated markets (EU, UK, Brazil, California, etc.) with exact legal references and data transfer mechanisms (SCCs, adequacy).
Get legal review — this policy is a template and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend that you consult a qualified attorney to ensure compliance with all applicable laws where you operate and where your users reside.